Legal Secretary: Dynamic Support for Attorneys

ArentFox Schiff

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 105,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Paid maternity leave
Paid paternity leave
Disability insurance
Child care support

Job summary

A law firm in Washington, DC is looking for a Legal Secretary to provide critical administrative support to a team of attorneys and professionals. The ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of legal secretarial experience and strong proficiency in office technology including MS Office Suite. Responsibilities include preparing legal documents, managing billing, and organizing schedules. The role offers a salary range of $70,000 to $105,000 annually with benefits such as medical and vision insurance.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of legal secretarial experience in relevant practice area.
  • At least 3 years supporting billing attorneys.
  • College degree a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare legal documents accurately from drafts.
  • Handle court filings and government documentation.
  • Manage billing and client communications.
  • Organize schedules and maintain multiple calendars.

Skills

Knowledge of MS Office Suite
Typing speed of at least 60 wpm
Effective communication
Detail-oriented
Ability to handle multiple projects
Flexibility in schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

iManage
Kofax Power PDF Advanced
Adobe Acrobat Professional
Time and billing software (Elite/3E preferred)

Job description

A law firm in Washington, DC is looking for a Legal Secretary to provide critical administrative support to a team of attorneys and professionals. The ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of legal secretarial experience and strong proficiency in office technology including MS Office Suite. Responsibilities include preparing legal documents, managing billing, and organizing schedules. The role offers a salary range of $70,000 to $105,000 annually with benefits such as medical and vision insurance.
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